Chef Cintia Diaz

Personal Chef In New York

I am a professional chef who graduated from The Culinary Institute of New York. Four years ago, I made the decision to leave the restaurant industry and shift my focus to serving busy, health-conscious families and professionals by preparing customized and nutritious weekly meals in the comfort of their own homes. I found myself torn between working as a private chef in upscale residences and catering to high-end clients.

I provide a range of personalized chef services, including private dinners for special occasions, group cooking lessons, event catering, and meal preparation in your own home, Airbnb, or vacation rental. All the services I offer are entirely customizable and designed to suit the unique preferences of each client.

My cooking style is adaptable to the specific needs of my clients, emphasizing the use of the finest seasonal ingredients. I have received formal training in traditional European culinary techniques, and I draw inspiration from Italian and French cuisine with a strong influence from my Latin heritage.

My primary objective is to bring your culinary ideas to life, whether that means preparing healthy meals or organizing "fine dining" dinner parties within the comfort of your own home.

For me, cooking is...

My life's passion

I learned to cook at...

The Culinary Institute of New York.

A cooking secret...

A hidden gem in the kitchen... herbs.

My menus

Brunch Menu

STARTER

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Aged Balsamic Bruschetta - Heirloom tomatoes, Olive Oil, Basil, Feta Cheese

Macerated Fruit Salad

FIRST COURSE

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French Toast, Market Fruits, Maple Syrup

Pancakes, Caramelized Ripe Banana & Toasted Walnuts

MAIN COURSE

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Eggs & Shakshuka, Sourdough Bread, Tomato Sauce, Roasted Garlic

Baked Frittata With Cheese, French Crispy Fries, Grated Zucchini And Herbs Oil

Fried Chicken Sandwich, Crispy Chicken, 24 Hour Brine, Crispy Southern Style, Coleslaw, French Fries

Beef Burgees American Cheese, Mustard, Caramelized Onions, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, Special Sauce, French Fries

Steak And Eggs With Chimichurri Served With Home Fries

DESSERT

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Assorted Pastries, Selected by the Chef

Local Signature Menu

STARTER

All inclusive

Market Greens, Radish, Olives, Dill

Shaved Brussels Salad, Glazed Almond, Dijon

Smoked Salmon Canapes

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Burrata Salad, With Heirloom Tomatoes, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Reduction

Crispy Empanada, Saffron Aioli, Pickled Vegetables

Broccoli Soup, Toasted Seed, Creme Fraiche

Beef Tartare, Cornichons, Dijon, Capers & Toasted Baguette

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Roasted Chicken, Truffle Potato Pure, Seasonal Market Vegetables

Country Pork Chop, Cheddar Grits, Scallion & Pepper Vinaigrette

Rib eye Steak, Thyme Butter Sauce Braised Asparagus And Toasted Hazelnuts

Sea Bass with Vegetables, Capers Sauce & Dill

DESSERT

All inclusive

Classic Cheesecake

Brioche Bread - Pudding, Crème Anglaise Ice Cream

Geneoise Cake, Fruit Coulis

Chocolate Lava Cake

Mediterranean Menu

STARTER

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Babaganoush, Grilled Eggplant Puree, Tahini, Garlic And Lemon Juice

Fattoush, Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Radish, Pepper, Sumac, Fried Pita, Apple Cider Vinager, And Olive Oil

FIRST COURSE

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Kibbeh, Slow Cooked Beef, Tzatziki

Crispy Fried Falafel - Parsley & Cilantro, Tahini

Mediterranean Salad - Baked Bread, Burrata, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Kalamata, Bell Peppers, Red Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

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Mediterranean Mix, Beef, chicken Hearts, Hummus, Parsley , Pickles And Hummus

Greek Stuffed Peppers - Ground Beef, Spinach, Bulgur Wheat, Zucchini, Stewed Tomatoes, Feta Cheese

Lemon Salmon - Parsley, Red Pepper Rice

DESSERT

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Tiramisu - Mascarpone, Cacao Powder

Bread Pudding, Toasted Pistachios & Walnuts, Creme Anglaise

Almond Citrus Olive Oil Cake - Citrus Compote, Toasted Almonds, Powdered Sugar

Holiday Menu

STARTER

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Assorted Cheese & Charcuterie Platter

Empanadas, Cilantro Aioli, Slow-Cook Beef

Chicken Cassava Croquettes, Pineapple Sauce

Prosciutto Salad Zerbinati Melon, Balsamic

FIRST COURSE

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Kale, Crispy Bacon, Apple Cranberry Salad, Balsamic Reduction

Strawberry Salad Mixed Greens, Avocado, Cheese, Toasted Almonds, Strawberry Dressing

Baby Gem Lettuce Pear, Pomegranate, Candied Pecans

Harvest Soup Butternut Squash, Creme Fraiche, Chili Spiced Pumkin Seeds

MAIN COURSE

Choose 3 dishes

Oven-Roasted Turkey, Pan Gray (one protein)

Braised Short Ribs, rosemary, parsnip, onion, cayenne, onion powder (one protein)

Red Wine Braised Pork (one protein)

Porchetta With Bacon And Brioche (one protein)

Chicken Cordon Bleu, Gruyere, Ham, Mornay Sauce (one protein)

Side-Potatoes au Gratin

Side-Pumpkin Risotto

Side-Sourdough Bread Stuffing Leeks Thyme

Side-Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Side-Honey-Glazed Carrots

DESSERT

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Crème Caramel

Brioche Almond Bread Pudding

Genoise Cake, Strawberry Coulis, Chantilly

Asian Inspiration

STARTER

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Edamame - Sea Salted Green Pea Pods

Chinese Spring Rolls

Pan Seared Potstickers - chicken or pork filling | scallion-ginger soy

FIRST COURSE

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Tuna tartare - spicy mayo, sushi dressing, avocado, scallions and crispy rice

Tempura Mix - Vegetable, Seafood

Fried Calamari with Spacy Sweet Sause

MAIN COURSE

Choose 3 dishes

Chef's special of Sushi Trio

Chicken or mushroom soba noodle - miso, avocado, edamame & pickled cucumbers, carrot & sesame

Katsu - Chicken, pork or vegetarian Katsu, pickled cabbage & Asian rice

Grilled Salmon -Stir-Fried Vegetable, Ponzu Jus

Korean Fried Chicken

DESSERT

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Brioche Bread Pudding, Creme Anglaise, Chantilly

Macerated Fruit & Chantilly

Or any dessert favorite you prefer? Please let me know

Coconut Flan With Fresh Berries & Cream

Vegetarian Menu

STARTER

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Strawberry Salad - Greens, Avocado, Cheese, Toasted Almonds, Strawberry Dressing

Goat Cheese Crostini - Pear, Roasted Almonds, Balsamic Glazed

Aged Balsamic Bruschetta - Heirloom tomatoes, Olive Oil, Basil, Feta Cheese

FIRST COURSE

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Panzanella Burrata - Baked Ciabatta, Heirloom Tomatoes, Burrata Ball, Balsamic Drizzle

Baby Lettuce Salad - Crisp Apple, Candied Pecans, Italian Dressing

Fritto Misto – Crispy Vegetables, & Marinara Sauce

MAIN COURSE

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Penne Funghi - Wild Mushrooms, Parmesan

Risotto - Sundried Tomato Risotto, Aged Parmesan

Gnocchi - Served on Brown Butter, Crispy Sage & Aged Parmesan

DESSERT

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Classic Cheesecake

Brioche Bread Pudding - Creme Anglaise, Chantilly

Geneoise Cake, Fruit Coulis

Classic French

STARTER

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Niçoise, Anchovies, Olives, Gem Lettuce & Tarragon Vinaigrette

Charcuterie Board for the Table (4 Guests and Up)

Crispy Vegetables & Garlic Aioli

Tartines Toast, Goat Cheese Seasoned And Roasted Grape Tomatoes

FIRST COURSE

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Steak Tartare, Dijon, Capers, Shallots, Lemon Zest, Sourdough

Salmon Rillettes Toasted Sourdgoth fresh Herbs

Galette, Leek & Wild Creamy Mushroom

Pan seared Crab-cake, Tartar sauces lemon zest, tomatoes

MAIN COURSE

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Duck Breast A L'orange, Roasted Spring Vegetables

Steak Frites With Creamy Peppercorn Sauce

Coq Au Vin, Bone-In Slow Cooked Chicken, Cipollini onions, Cremini Mushrooms

Sole Meunière, Lemon sole, smoked leeks and tarragon

Boeuf Bourguignon - Beef stew braised in red wine with mushrooms, pearl onions, and bacon

DESSERT

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Classic Cheesecake

Brioche Bread - Pudding, Crème Anglaise Ice Cream

Geneoise Cake, Fruit Coulis

Latin Menu

STARTER

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Guacamole, Pico De Gallo, Caribbean Chips, Pomegranate

Baby Gem Lettuce, Pear, Pomegranate, Candied Pecans

Stuffed Plantain Rolls

FIRST COURSE

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Fish Tacos, Caribbean Cole Slaw, Hoisin Sauce, Chutney

Cassava Croquettes, Criolla Sauce

Empanadas, Cilantro Aioli, Slow-Cook Ragu

Ceviche, Shrimp Cured In A Caribbean Citrus Marinara Blend Of Cilantro, Red Onion, Corn

MAIN COURSE

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Slow Cooked Chicken Red Wine Reduction, Yucca Puree & Cilantro Oil

Braised Beef Short Ribs, Pigeon Peas Rice, Crispy Shallots, Natural Jus

Chimichurri Pork Tenderloin, Garlic Mash Potato & Caramelized Onion

Ribeye Steak, Perfectly Cooked And Paired With Herb-Roasted Fingerling Potatoes And Fresh Seasonal Vegetables

DESSERT

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Classic Cheesecake

Coffee Caramel Panna Cotta

Brioche Bread Pudding, Creme Anglaise

Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Ice Cream

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Chef Cintia's reviews

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89 services

Cintia was absolutely awesome. I have NOTHING negative to state. Cintia took my birthday to another level. The food was delicious. Cintia went above and beyond. She was patient and did not rush US. Cintia helped wherever she could. Cintia is not only an amazing chef she is now a life long friend. Thank you for making me feel special for my born day. ???? so thankful.

Amazing experience.

BLACK GIRL MAGIC

Hiring a private chef was the perfect addition to our Bridgerton themed bachelorette dinner party. The chef was very responsive leading up to the event and provided excellent menu options. She was able to accommodate some dietary needs requests for one of our group members and was open to substitution requests as well without hesitation, which we really appreciated. As a group of latina ladies it was great to also have a Latina chef. She fit right in as one of girls chatting and laughing along with us, being silly in our themed attire. She was very professional and left everything so neat and clean afterwards. The food presentation was beautiful and the food itself was delicious. I would highly recommend hiring her for a stress free pampering activity for the evening. ???? Thank you Cintia for everything!

Cintia was a pleasure to have in our home and the food was delicious! Can't wait to enjoy her cooking again in the future.

I would highly recommend Chef Cintia. She was professional, engaging, and friendly. She timed the dishes perfectly to our schedule and the food was excellent!

Amaing experience. The food was delicious and Chef Cintia did an amazing job. I would not only recommend her but will be using her again the future. A+++++

Chef Cintia made the most delicious Latin meal! Everything was cooked to perfect and we enjoyed every bite! Thank you!

Cintia prepared a four course meal for a group of 11. She was creative and communicative in advance of our meal, and unobtrusive but helpful when in my home. The meal - particularly the ragu and the blueberry pie but in all honesty someone tonight was telling me how much they liked the salad - was a huge hit. I have nothing but happy and grateful things to say about the experience and would highly recommend Cintia.

Chef Cintia prepared a vegetarian and gluten-free menu for a bachelorette party of 7 people. She is very communicative, professional, and was thoughtful in accommodating special dietary needs. The food was delicious and the menu was well thought out. Would highly recommend her for your next event.

My experience with chef Cintia was incredible from the beginning to the end. She was extremely attentive to all the details and gave us a first-class experience. The food was delicious and the stories behind each dish made us have an incredible time.

Cintia was AMAZING! So incredibly nice and also a great chef. We loved every single thing she brought out. Each dish was better than the last. We couldn’t believe it had been cooked in our kitchen! We would totally recommend Cintia for sure.

Chef Cintia was awesome to talk to, and the food she made for us was all so delicious! She made our Thanksgiving dinner a very special experience.

Cintia was amazing! A great meal!

Food was incredible. Cintia was super friendly and accommodating. Would book again with her in the future.